Autumn In Season - Zucchini

Zucchini is in season now and full of fresh flavour!

There are so many delicious things to make with freshly harvested Zucchini, we've put together a few ideas for you;

• Zucchini Fritters
• Stuffed Zucchini
• Zucchini-Oat Choc Chip Cookies
• Zoodles (Zucchini Noodles!)
• Zucchini Brownies
• Roasted Zucchini

Our favourite is this recipe below;

Fried Zucchini

• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 6

Ingredients

• Italian Seasoned Breadcrumbs - 1/2 cup
• Parmesan Cheese - 1/2 cup (plus extra for serving)
• Garlic Powder - 2 teaspoons
• Dried Parsley - 1 teaspoon
• Ground Black Pepper - to taste
• Zucchini - 3 whole, sliced
• Eggs - 2 beaten
• Vegetable Oil - 1 cup (for frying)
• Salt - to taste

Method

1. Mix breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, garlic powder, parsley and black pepper in a bowl.
2. Dip zucchini slices into egg, then press into breadcrumb mixture, shaking off any excess. Place the crumbed zucchini onto a plate while breading the rest. Be mindful not to stack them.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
4. Fry the crumbed zucchini in hot oil in batches until golden brown, about 3 minutes; transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
5. Sprinkle with the extra parmesan cheese and some salt. Serve.

Fried Zucchini Recipe Card

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